Computer Generations

Computer Generations: "The the late 1960s and early 70s, there was much talk about "generations" of computer technology. This photo illustrates what were commonly known as the three generations:"

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Turn Your Webcam into a Security Camera

Turn Your Webcam into a Security Camera: "Almost every laptop and many desktops have built-in webcams of varying quality. Some people use these religiously to talk to friends, video conference for work and even to shoot short YouTube videos. However, when you are not at home, a webcam can be used as a security camera."

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Try PCWorld's Speed Up Everything Superguide | PCWorld

Try PCWorld's Speed Up Everything Superguide | PCWorld: "Has your PC lost its pep? Do network file transfers merely creep along? How about your printer, or your camera? Do Web pages take forever to load on your smartphone? PCWorld's latest superguide, "Speed Up Everything," is full of helpful fixes to get you back into the fast lane."

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Windows 8 Breaks Down the OS Walls That Divide Our Devices | PCWorld

Windows 8 Breaks Down the OS Walls That Divide Our Devices | PCWorld: "Windows 8 is a bold new take on computing, unifying tablets, desktops, laptops, the Internet, and smartphones under one Windows roof. With only a brief introduction to the operating system here at Microsoft's BUILD conference, we are seeing Microsoft skillfully bridge today's computing habits into the future--otherwise known to Microsoft as Windows 8."

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USB 2.0 vs. USB 3.0 vs. eSATA vs. Thunderbolt vs. Firewire vs. Ethernet Speed

USB 2.0 vs. USB 3.0 vs. eSATA vs. Thunderbolt vs. Firewire vs. Ethernet Speed: "Your desktop or laptop computer has a wide variety of different ports and connection types; but, what are they all for? USB 2.0, USB 3.0, eSATA, Thunderbolt, Firewire, and Ethernet are all technologies that are built-in to the majority of today’s devices. So, what’s the fastest connection type? or what connection type is best to consider when purchasing new devices (such as external hard drives)? All of this and more in today’s article about high speed data ports."

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iKitchen – DIY Touch Screen Wall-Mount Computer | Hack N Mod

iKitchen – DIY Touch Screen Wall-Mount Computer | Hack N Mod: "This New Zealand modder decided to make a touch screen PC for his kitchen so his wife could keep inventory of their food, print out shopping lists, access the web, watch TV and use it as a normal PC. First, he found a cheap touch screen monitor which would form the heart of the device. These screens are used in vending machines and public places in Japan so they are vandal-proof and water-proof which is perfect for the kitchen environment."

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How to use PowerPoint effectively | How To - CNET

How to use PowerPoint effectively | How To - CNET: "f I were president, I would propose legislation making misuse of Microsoft's PowerPoint presentation software a Class C misdemeanor. Read a slide; go to jail."

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Best Free Utilities and Security Apps | PCWorld | PCWorld

Best Free Utilities and Security Apps | PCWorld | PCWorld: "Utilities and security apps are two of the most important categories of software that PC users can download. From keeping your operating system slim and bloatware-free to eradicating cookies and spyware, these apps amply reward you for downloading them. And best of all, they're free!"

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Viddler.com - WIFI Antenna Hack! - Uploaded by babblin5

Viddler.com - WIFI Antenna Hack! - Uploaded by babblin5

Test, Fix And Repair A Dead Pixel On Your Screen Quickly

Test, Fix And Repair A Dead Pixel On Your Screen Quickly

Do you have a stuck or dead pixel on your screen and are looking for a way to fix it? There is still hope, UDPixel is an excellent software that tests your screen to find any dead or stuck pixel and then try to repair it automatically. This program requires .NET Framework 2, which I don’t think is a big problem through.